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Dog-friendly A-frame with firepit, fireplace, AC, & kayaks - walk to the beach

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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6900 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Madison, NH
  • Saco River
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Settlers' Green Outlet Village
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Kahuna Laguna
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Fryeburg, ME (FRY-Eastern Slopes Regional)
    ‪37 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Living room

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Dog-friendly A-frame with firepit, fireplace, AC, & kayaks - walk to the beach

Island Drive Getaway

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Cozy, inviting, and perfectly atmospheric, this A-frame chalet sits just a few minutes' walk from Thusis Beach on the south shore of Pea Porridge Pond. You'll be amid hiking and snowmobile trails, ski slopes, fall foliage drives, boating, and swimming - with beautiful pine walls, a gas-log stove, and a quiet, comfortable living space to come home to each day. Use the provided kayaks and life jackets to get out on the water each morning, returning home for a coffee or cocoa outside on the deck and breakfast prepared in the well-equipped kitchen. Spend your evenings gathering around the seasonal firepit to roast marshmallows with your loved ones or snuggling up inside for a game of cards and a movie by the fire in the living room.

Things to Know
Central air-conditioning is available from Memorial Day to Columbus Day.
The firepit, grill, and sporting equipment can only be used from May to October.
This property is managed by Vacasa New Hampshire, LLC.

If you are bringing a dog on your trip, the pet fee is already included in your quote when selecting ‘Yes’ to pets. No more dogs are allowed.
Parking notes: There is free parking available for 3 vehicles.

Please note: this home resides in a noise-sensitive area and the owners participate in our Good Neighbor protection program. Our smart home technology will alert our team if excessive decibel or occupancy levels are detected, allowing us to reach out directly with a reminder of maximum occupancy and quiet hours. This technology is privacy compliant, and only monitors the presence of decibels and devices-not any personal conversation or information. Thank you for supporting our efforts to be good neighbors!


Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 25 years of age to book. Guests under 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

Property manager

Vacasa of New Hampshire
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English, French, German, Italian, Spanish
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Amenities

Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue grill

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
Dogs only. Max of 1.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.
For information about quiet hours, please refer to the listing description.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

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Madison, NH

What's nearby

  • Saco River - 10 min drive - 7.2 km
  • Settlers' Green Outlet Village - 16 min drive - 13.2 km
  • Kahuna Laguna - 19 min drive - 15.3 km
  • Conway Scenic Railway - 21 min drive - 17.1 km
  • Cranmore Mountain Resort - 24 min drive - 17.5 km

Getting around

  • Fryeburg, ME (FRY-Eastern Slopes Regional) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Barley and Salt - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Black Cap Grille - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Almost There Restaurant - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Dog-friendly A-frame with firepit, fireplace, AC, & kayaks - walk to the beach pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Dog-friendly A-frame with firepit, fireplace, AC, & kayaks - walk to the beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Dog-friendly A-frame with firepit, fireplace, AC, & kayaks - walk to the beach?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Dog-friendly A-frame with firepit, fireplace, AC, & kayaks - walk to the beach located?

Situated in a rural location, this chalet is within 6 miles (10 km) of Conway Lake, White Mountain National Forest and Madison Boulder Natural Area. Madison Boulder and Handcrafters Barn are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 52 out of 76 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 19 out of 76 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 76 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 76 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 76 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Muñiz Norgaard F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy getaway in the white mountains!

We had a lovely stay! The house was comfortable and cozy. A few upgrades would make this a five-star stay, otherwise it was perfect for our family.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Jeffrey C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful cabin

Cabin was very clean, and well stocked, neighborhood was nice and very easy to get to, enjoyed our stay very much, we will be back
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

alexandra a.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Winter getaway

Was cozy and clean, we had a great time. Perfect getaway location to just relax and enjoy time with friends and family.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dana H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Spot

A very cute and private spot to get away, great location for hiking!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robyn W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

Loved this place. Great location! The private beach within walking distance was the best! Fantastic week away from home.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2019
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen D.

A beautiful, secluded cabin

Very clean, quiet area. A great little space for a getaway! We loved that there were separate bedrooms available with a dog friendly policy. Will consider staying again soon
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn F.

simple cozy retreat

We were in the area for the total eclipse and glad we stayed here! Perfect space for our two families (including dog). Close to the Kancamagus, Whites, etc but also a sweet place to just relax. Furnishings were basic but mostly everything we needed.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Denise C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Place

Lovely property! We had the best time. Thank you for sharing your home with us.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Uri Y.

Nice and quite place, very goo

In the heart of the forest quite close to the lake, a very quiet and pleasant place, the house is well equipped and there is a clear list of instructions.

8/10 Good

Amanda G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful mountain stay

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The house was as shown. It was a great location to nearby attractions but felt private enough in a good neighborhood. Definitely bring blankets/comforters. When showering space out showers for hot water purposes
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ted L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A-Frame Paradise

Very cozy, very clean. Nice little mountain paradise.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey S.

Awesome A-Frame Stay on the 4th of July

I always wanted to stay in an A-frame during a vacation and this place did not disappoint! Awesome place inside. Great deck and firepit. It also is located close to a beautiful lake with multiple small beaches within walking distances. Kayaks were provided and great for time spent on the lake. I would definitely stay at this location again!.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessica M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

I highly recommend this cabin! It’s very cozy and comfortable. Very clean as well. We enjoyed our stay and thankful that we were able to bring our dog with us. Only complaint would be having to take the trash with us.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021

8/10 Good

Ann S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Quiet and Peaceful

Very clean, quiet and peaceful. Choices of ponds/beaches to visit (we liked Boulder best). House had a great layout and kitchen was well equipped.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Kelli O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend getaway

2nd time staying. Cute area and in a great location to a lot of hiking trails. Google maps for some reason did not bring us right to the house this time.. but we were able to find our way looking at house numbers. We arrived at night so the house being lit up for us also was very helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Pavel P.

Good stay

Water from tap was very noticeably yellow compared to bottled water. Water pump was quite noisy Very well equipped and cozy, overall comfortable stay.

10/10 Excellent

Stephen R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nicecstay

Will do again
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Great Vacation

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Awesome, very cozy and comfortable rental home
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

Kelli O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great find for a long weekend getaway

Always wanted to stay in an A frame! Check in was easy and directions were clear. Home was clean and heat was easy to use. Kitchen had everything needed for cooking meals. Stayed here with my husband and dog.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

James S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The A frame

This place was great Every thing you need and within 30min of NConway. Verry cozy and very clean On my next trip north this will be my first call great for a couple or young family Heat and ac works perfect no problems at all Down in a hallow with pleanty of tree between you and the road short walk to the beach definitely coming back loved it To the owners thank you
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Thierry A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Good cabin to visit the Whites!

We liked our experience at this cabin and it allowed us to do great activities in the White mountains (my spouse, myself and our dog). The cabin is super cozy and confortable with the heating and AC units. However, we noted 3 downsides that can't give the 5 star review : - General cleanliness was okay, but not great. A good portion of the dishes and cookware were pretty dirty and we had to do a lot of dishes upon arrival. - We wanted to use the kayaks on the lake, but we were just not able to carry them over the long distance to get to the closest beach access. - We wanted to play in the lake with our dog, but turns out the area is not very dog friendly and that they are not allowed anywhere near the lake. Other than that, everything was great and we had a nice vacation!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cam L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great getaway

Nice and quiet location. Rental was clean and comfortable. All three of us (fiancé, dog, myself) slept comfortably and enjoyed our downtime when there. Perfect location in terms of getting to fun spots in the North Conway area. Just be careful when driving around at night as roads are not as well lit but that’s to be expected where the rental was. All in all we had a blast during our short time in NH and would definitely go back and consider staying at that rental.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Brooke S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Summer Getaway

A very convenient little cottage - just a 2 minute walk to a small beach which is great for the kids to swim or for launching our kayaks. Also close to Conway and all the activities and attractions in the area! Air conditioning was definitely a plus, however there was no washer/dryer or dishwasher, which would have been more of an issue had we been there for more than a few days.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020

8/10 Good

Theresa F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice & Relaxing

Very nice area - quiet neighbors. My MinPins enjoyed the change and the quiet. The pullout futon is a great place to enjoy a nap - or 3... We were there for 4 days and didn't get a chance to use the Kayak / Canoe or the Fire Pit - we plan to go back and hopefully spend more time. One thing we'd like to see is a bigger coffee maker! :-)
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019
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8/10 Good

Ashley G.

Great Location!

This home was a cozy, centrally located place. The house was clean and kitchen was well stocked. Cons were due to the extremely large and heavy kayaks and length of walk to the beach, we were not able to use them like we had hoped. You would have to have a pick-up truck to actually utilize the kayaks. The lake is only a short walk down the road. The beach and water were clean and quiet. Our kids enjoyed swimming and spending time by the water. The neighborhood is peaceful and road is quiet. The upstairs bedroom is not airconditioned, but does have a nice window to create air flow. Unfortunatley we were not able to use the ceiling fan to cool the upstairs due to the thick coating of dust. Overall this was a nice place to stay for a few days and we really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

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